Motability is lining up its
lowest emission cars for disabled motorists to choose from, ensuring that the
greenest motoring options are available. As more people embrace an
environmentally friendly lifestyle, the carbon emissions of a new car are
increasingly a key factor in the decision making process.
Mike Betts, chief executive, Motability Operations commented: “People are
now more environmentally aware than ever, with changing attitudes and lifestyle
choices reflecting this trend. Car manufacturers have responded by producing
vehicles that are cleaner and cheaper to run. Customers will be surprised at
just how many cars are available through Motability that can boast green
credentials.”
Emissions
With over 4,000 makes and models available from Motability, there are now
over 250 cars with CO2 emissions levels of 120g/km or less. In line with banding
introduced by the Government, cars at this level are considered low emission
models. Greener cars also have better fuel efficiency and achieve higher mileage
per gallon (mpg), which can save customers money when filling up their fuel
tank.
The Volkswagen Polo 1.4TDI Match 3/5dr and the Vauxhall Corsa 1.3CDTi Life
3/5dr, both with CO2 emissions of 119g/km, are currently available through
Motability with nil advance payments.
Try diesel
The Searchable Price Guide, online at www.motability.co.uk, includes both the
average MPG and an average annual fuel cost for each car, so customers can
calculate the likely running costs when choosing their car. The difference
between a diesel model and its petrol equivalent could see customers saving
several hundred pounds over the course of their three year Motability lease.
The Ford Fiesta, Kia Cee’d, Peugeot 308, Mercedes A-Class and MINI Cooper are
all examples of models where the diesel option offers cost savings based on the
average fuel consumption per year. More options are highlighted in the “Greener
Scheme” section of www.motability.co.uk.
Go hybrid
Manufacturers are working on producing cars powered by a combination of
electric battery and traditional petrol engine, also known as hybrid cars.
Options such as the Toyota Prius with an advance payment of £2,795, are also
available through Motability.
Embrace new science
Car manufacturers are also introducing new technologies into the market place
that improve their green credentials. This includes cars that automatically turn
the engine off when idling, or improved engines focused on better energy
conservation.
The new Corsa LifeEcoflex has CO2 emissions of 119g/km is available through
Motability at nil advance payment. Smart has introduced the new Multi Hybrid
Drive (MHD) stop-start engine with CO2 emissions of 103g/km which is also
available at nil advance payment and Mercedes Benz is bringing the Blue
Efficiency range to their A, B, and C-Class models.